Saudi Arabia Showcases Entrepreneurial Ecosystem at Expo 2025 Osaka
Osaka, Japan — Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises (Monsha’at) hosted a dynamic workshop at the Saudi Pavilion during Expo 2025 Osaka. The event promoted Saudi Arabia’s entrepreneurship by showcasing national efforts to support startups, attract investors, and foster global partnerships.
A Platform to Promote Saudi Entrepreneurship
Monsha’at utilized its participation at the event to showcase Saudi Arabia as a burgeoning hub for entrepreneurship. The authority presented its comprehensive support system for startups and SMEs, including tools for business growth, enhanced access to funding, and a culture that fosters innovation. It also highlighted the growing importance of technology in SME development.
Key Initiatives: Biban Forum and EWC
A major highlight was the “Biban” Forum. This platform links entrepreneurs with investors and showcases Saudi entrepreneurial stories. It helps participants explore funding options and find global partnerships.
Additionally, Monsha’at highlighted Saudi Arabia’s hosting of the Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC). This global competition has attracted over 420,000 participants from 191 countries. So far, 500 startups have reached the final stage. Winners have received more than $5 million in prizes and access to advanced training programs.
Vision 2030 and International Engagement
The workshop also focused on knowledge exchange. Monsha’at emphasized learning from international best practices while sharing Saudi Arabia’s progress. As part of Vision 2030, the Kingdom aims to boost SME contributions to the economy and foster a more diverse business landscape.
Through its Expo 2025 presence, Monsha’at reinforces its commitment to a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem. Its initiatives invite foreign collaboration and support sustainable growth across borders.
The Saudi Standard’s View: A Strategic Signal to Global Investors
Monsha’at’s workshop at Expo 2025 Osaka is more than a showcase—it’s a statement. As Saudi Arabia sharpens its global profile, positioning itself as a top-tier destination for entrepreneurship, such efforts signal a strategic shift. By aligning entrepreneurship with Vision 2030, the Kingdom is not just building an SME-friendly ecosystem—it’s exporting that vision to the world.
The scale of the Entrepreneurship World Cup and the ambition of the Biban Forum reflect a broader national will. These aren’t isolated events; they are part of a systematic push to attract capital, inspire local innovation, and embed Saudi entrepreneurship in the global economy.
Monsha’at’s role at Expo 2025 as an indicator of the Kingdom’s readiness to lead regional innovation. As more nations look to diversify their economies, Saudi Arabia is choosing to lead with action, transparency, and opportunity.
